Top Jamaica Day Trips

The driver and his son picked us up at our resort and took us to 6 or so bars/restaurants around Negril. At each spot, he told us what to look for or what made the stop special. You could just have a drink, or you could strike up a convo with some local folk - sometimes they were characters. No matter what, the point is to get a little local vibe and support the economy outside the resorts. In that vein, if you take this trip, be sure to bring cash because most bars don’t take credit cards. Also a good idea to make it small bills so you can spread the wealth beyond just buying a drink! Highly recommend.

This tour was absolutely amazing! It was incredibly informative, well organized, and so much fun from start to finish. We got to explore many parts of the island, and while each stop was timed, we never felt rushed. One of my favorite parts was visiting the local market. We had the opportunity to sample several local foods and shop for souvenirs and other items. The vendors were welcoming, friendly, and made the experience even more enjoyable. Lunch was another highlight. We got to prepare our own meal while learning how locals cook, the ingredients they commonly use, and the traditions behind the food. It was such a unique and interactive experience. Overall, this tour exceeded my expectations and is a must-do if you're visiting the island. I highly recommend it for friends, families, or anyone looking to experience the local culture in a fun and memorable way!

We were cruising on Carnival Horizon to Ocho Rios and decided to book this excursion very last minute, as in 8 hours before we arrived in port. We honestly thought we’d leave later at the least since we booked so late but to our surprise, Winston was calling us while we were still eating breakfast asking where we were! He gave us very specific and clear instructions on where to meet him and said he would be holding a sign with my name at the location he gave. He was very easy to find! He pulled up the van and we loaded up. This is a private tour so it was just our family! Winston’s driving skills through the Jamaican countryside were superb and his commentary very interesting. Once at the home of Bob Marley, he handed us over to Curtis, aka “Crazy”. Curtis presented the best and funniest tour we have ever been on anywhere. Once the tour was over, Winston was there ready and waiting to show off those driving skills back to Ocho Rios. We loaded up and away we went. Since we had some spare time, the teenagers wanted to eat authentic jerk chicken. Winston knew just the spot. He took us to Scotchie’s. The chicken was amazing and the coolest part was getting to watch it being made from start to finish. We were back on the ship with an hour to spare and it definitely could have been sooner if we were ready to leave port at 7am when Winston was. Lol. Even the teenagers agree this was the best part of our whole vacation. Winston and Curtis went above and beyond our expectations. We hope to cross paths with him again on our next Jamaican vacay!